1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
